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Test Gods: Virgin Galactic And The Making Of A Modern Astronaut
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A New York Times Book Review Editors' Choicein The Spirit Of The Right Stuff, Updated For The 21St Century, Test Gods Is An Epic Story About Extreme Bravery And Sacrifice, About The Thin Line Between Lunacy And Genius. Most Of All, It Is A Story About The Pursuit Of Meaning In Our Livesand The Fulfillment Of Our Dreams.Working From Exclusive Inside Reporting, New Yorker Writer Nicholas Schmidle Tells The Remarkable Story Of The Test Pilots, Engineers, And Visionaries Behind Virgin Galactics Campaign To Build A Space Tourism Company. Schmidle Follows A Handful Of Charactersmark Stucky, Virgins Lead Test Pilot; Richard Branson, The Eccentric Billionaire Funding The Venture; Mike Moses, The Grounded, Unflappable President; Mike Alsbury, The Test Pilot Killed In A Fatal Crash; And Othersthrough Personal And Professional Dramas, In Pursuit Of Their Collective Goal: To Make Space Tourism A Reality.Along The Way, Schmidle Weaves His Relationship With His Fathera Former Fighter Pilot And Decorated War Herointo The Tragedies And Triumphs That Bransons Team Confronts Out In The Mojave Desert As They Design, Build, And Testfly Their Private Rocket Ship. Gripping And Novelistic, Test Gods Leads Us, Through Human Drama, Into A Previously Unseen Worldand Beyond.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Test Gods: Virgin Galactic and the Making of a Modern Astronaut'? A: The main theme of 'Test Gods' revolves around extreme bravery and sacrifice in the pursuit of space tourism, highlighting the thin line between genius and lunacy.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is authored by Nicholas Schmidle, a writer for The New Yorker.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is bound in hardcover, providing durability and a premium feel.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Test Gods'? A: 'Test Gods' contains 352 pages.
- Q: When was 'Test Gods' published? A: 'Test Gods' was published on May 4, 2021.
- Q: Is the book suitable for all readers? A: While 'Test Gods' is accessible, it is particularly appealing to readers interested in space exploration, aviation, and human stories of bravery.
- Q: What kind of stories does Nicholas Schmidle tell in this book? A: Nicholas Schmidle tells gripping stories of test pilots, engineers, and visionaries involved in Virgin Galactic's journey to make space tourism a reality.
- Q: Does the book include personal stories of the characters involved? A: Yes, the book weaves personal and professional dramas of key characters, including their challenges and triumphs in the Mojave Desert.
- Q: Is there any specific focus on the characters in the book? A: Yes, notable characters include Mark Stucky, Richard Branson, and Mike Moses, each contributing to the narrative of space tourism.
- Q: What distinguishes 'Test Gods' from other books about space exploration? A: 'Test Gods' is distinguished by its combination of exclusive inside reporting and a narrative style that emphasizes human drama and emotional depth.